The University of Pittsburgh seeks an instructor of Beginning Arabic (Modern Standard and Levantine) to teach in an intensive Summer Language Institute in Pittsburgh. Candidates must have a master's degree or higher in second-language acquisition, linguistics, or a closely related field; possess native or near-native proficiency in the target language; be a U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the United States; and have documented experience teaching the target language to adults. Preference will go to candidates who have taught in intensive language programs. Successful candidates will teach June 9 through August 1, 2014.

Applications must be received by: March 5, 2014

Candidates should send a letter in English explaining their interest in and qualifications for an eight-week, intensive beginning Persian or Arabic program; a CV; contact information for two references–one of whom should be able to comment on the applicant’s teaching experience; and student evaluation results, if available. Materials should be sent by email to: Veronica Dristas (Global Studies Center, University of Pittsburgh) dristas@pitt.edu